Throwing Skills: Master Accuracy and Distance in Physical Education

Question 1

Which of these is NOT an important part of a good throwing technique?

Accepted Answer

Leaning backward

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Keeping your balance

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Following through with your arm

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Building up speed

Question 2

Which throwing technique is used to throw large and heavy objects?

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Shot put

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Discus

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Javelin

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Cricket ball

Question 3

In a throwing competition, how is accuracy usually measured?

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The distance from the target

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The height of the throw

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The number of successful throws in a certain time

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The angle of the throw

Question 4

When throwing, it is important to follow safety precautions. Which of these is NOT a safety precaution?

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Throw towards other people

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Wear appropriate clothing and footwear

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Make sure the area you're throwing in is clear of obstacles

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Use a throwing style that matches your skills

Question 5

Which of these is NOT a throwing technique we have covered in this unit?

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Basketball shot

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Overhand throw

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Sidearm throw

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Underhand throw

Question 6

How should you aim a throw?

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Look directly at the target

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Use your feet to aim

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Close one eye

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Focus on a spot behind the target

Question 7

After releasing the ball, what is the correct follow-through action?

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Bring your arm down by your side

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Step forward with your other foot

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Bend over and touch your toes

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Jump up and wave your arms

Question 8

Which exercise is good for improving shoulder flexibility for throwing?

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Shoulder circles

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Lifting weights

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Stretching your legs

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Doing sit-ups

Question 9

How should you move your weight when throwing?

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Back then forward

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Forward then back

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Evenly

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Up and down

Question 10

Which of these is not a throwing technique? Is it jumping, overhand, sidearm, or underhand?

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Jumping

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Overhand

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Sidearm

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Underhand

Question 11

Which of these is not a benefit of practicing throwing?

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Reduced risk of obesity

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Improved coordination

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Increased strength

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Enhanced spatial awareness

Question 12

Which of these is NOT a safety rule for throwing?

Accepted Answer

Throw as hard as you can

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Make sure the area is clear before throwing

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Never throw towards another person

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Use the right equipment

Question 13

Which game can help you practice throwing for distance?

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Cricket

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Dodgeball

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Tennis

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Hockey

Question 14

What is the first step in a good throwing technique?

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Grip the ball correctly

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Step into the throw

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Swing your arm back

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Release the ball

Question 15

When should you start practicing your throwing technique?

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As early as possible

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When you are older and stronger

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When you start playing a sport that involves throwing

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Never

Question 16

Is it okay to throw things at other people?

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No

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Yes

Question 17

Which of these is NOT a throwing technique we've learned in class?

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Chest pass

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Overhand throw

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Sidearm throw

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Underhand throw

Question 18

You're playing a catch with a friend who's running towards you. How should you adjust your throw?

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Aim in front of your friend to account for their movement.

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Throw the ball harder so it reaches your friend faster.

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Throw the ball higher so it has more time to reach your friend.

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Change your throwing style, like throwing sidearm.

Question 19

How should you hold a ball for an overarm throw?

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With your thumb on the seam

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With your fingers spread apart

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With your palm facing up

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With your wrist bent

Question 20

Which of these is NOT a good thing to do when throwing a ball?

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Throwing with a straight arm

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Keeping your eye on the target

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Bending your knees

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Stepping forward with your opposite foot

Question 21

Is it important to warm up before throwing?

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Yes

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No

Question 22

Which of the following positions is the correct starting stance for the overarm throw?

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Feet shoulder-width apart, slightly bent knees, and balanced weight

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Feet together, straight knees, and arms by the side

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Feet crossed, bent knees, and head tilted back

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Feet wide apart, bent knees, and arms extended forward

Question 23

What is the main role of the non-throwing arm in the overarm throw?

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To keep balance and guide the ball's trajectory

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To create momentum for the throw

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To hold the ball before release

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To push the ball forward

Question 24

When throwing, what is the most important thing to aim for?

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Accuracy

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Speed

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Distance

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Height

Question 25

Which of these is NOT a common throwing technique?

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Roundhouse

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Overhand

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Underhand

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Sidearm

Question 26

During an overhand throw, what should your non-throwing arm do?

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Balance your body

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Stay still

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Swing forward

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Aim towards the target

Question 27

Which game is good for practicing throwing accuracy?

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Ring toss

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Dodgeball

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Frisbee golf

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Basketball

Question 28

What is the most important thing to remember when throwing?

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Using proper technique

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Having fun

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Winning

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Aiming as high as possible

Question 29

When throwing, which factor does NOT affect the distance of the throw?

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Material of the ball

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Speed of the throw

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Height of the release point

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Wind direction

Question 30

Which type of throw is best suited for throwing a long distance?

Accepted Answer

Overarm throw

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Underarm throw

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Sidearm throw

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Javelin throw

Question 31

Which skill is most important for accurate throwing?

Accepted Answer

Hand-eye coordination

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Strong arm muscles

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Good balance

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Fast reaction time

Question 32

Which of the following activities is NOT a good way to practice throwing?

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Kicking a football

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Playing catch with a friend

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Throwing at a target

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Bowling a cricket ball

Question 33

When getting ready to throw a javelin, how should you position yourself?

Accepted Answer

Your feet should be shoulder-width apart and you should hold the javelin at the grip.

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Your feet should be together and the javelin should point backwards.

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Your feet should be parallel and the javelin should be on your shoulder.

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Your feet should be in a staggered stance and the javelin should point forwards.

Question 34

Which of these is NOT a way to throw an object?

Accepted Answer

Kicking it

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Overarm

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Underarm

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Sidearm

Question 35

Why do we follow through after throwing something?

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To keep our balance

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To make the throw faster

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To make it more accurate

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To show off

Question 36

Which of these is NOT a stage in the throwing motion?

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Starting again

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Getting ready

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Swinging the object back

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Following through

Question 37

What should you NOT do when throwing something?

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Jump up in the air

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Keep your balance

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Throw quickly

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Aim carefully

Question 38

To accurately measure the distance of your throws, you need to:

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Use a tape measure

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Ask a friend to help

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Estimate the distance by eye

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Count your steps

Question 39

How does regular throwing practice help you throw more accurately?

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It helps your muscles remember the correct throwing motion.

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It makes your arm stronger.

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It allows you to throw faster.

Question 40

When throwing, what is the correct position for your feet to be in?

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Shoulder-width apart

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Crossed

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Together

Question 41

What is the main reason for a backswing in throwing?

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To gain momentum

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To improve accuracy

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To prepare the arm

Question 42

How should you keep your arm after releasing the object when throwing?

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Extended

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Bent

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Relaxed

Question 43

What is the key to improving your throwing accuracy?

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Consistent practice

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Changing your throwing style

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Using heavier objects

Question 44

What is a benefit of regular throwing practice?

Accepted Answer

Improved hand-eye coordination

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Reduced muscle strength

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Increased risk of injury

Question 45

What is the main purpose of the backswing in the overarm throw?

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To generate momentum and power for the throw

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To keep the ball balanced

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To aim the throw

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To maintain control of the ball

Question 46

Which factor has the most influence on the distance of a throw?

Accepted Answer

Speed of the arm at the point of release

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Angle of the throw

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Height of the throw

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Weight of the ball

Question 47

Which safety rule is most important to follow when throwing?

Accepted Answer

Make sure the area is clear before throwing

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Throw as hard as you can

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Don't worry about warming up

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Ignore any pain you feel

Question 48

What is the best way to improve your throwing accuracy?

Accepted Answer

Practice regularly and focus on aiming at a target

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Use a heavier ball

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Throw as far as you can every time

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Don't worry about your technique

Question 49

Which muscle group is primarily responsible for generating power in the overarm throw?

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Triceps

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Quadriceps

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Hamstrings

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Biceps

Question 50

How should you warm up before a throwing session?

Accepted Answer

With dynamic stretches and light throwing

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By running sprints

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With static stretches and heavy lifting

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No warm-up is necessary

Question 51

Which technique can help increase the distance of a throw?

Accepted Answer

Using a countermovement

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Gripping the ball too tightly

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Throwing with a straight arm

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Releasing the ball at shoulder height

Question 52

What is the main safety concern when throwing in a group?

Accepted Answer

Avoiding collisions with other throwers

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Equipment failure

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Heatstroke

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Overuse injuries